Welcome to Salem County NJ

Located in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, Salem County is the Gateway to New Jersey. Visit us and Discover the Possibilities that exist in our County. I consider it an honor to serve as Freeholder Director. This website is another step toward making Salem County government open, accessible and responsible, one of my key priorities.

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Fair and Open Public Notice for Professional Services 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE The Pollution Control Financing Authority of Salem County is soliciting proposals through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 for the following positions:...

Next Meeting of the Salem County Board of Chosen Freeholders

Free Current Trends Training Offered to Salem County Residents

A free community training session on the most up-to-date information on adolescent behavioral trends and substance abuse is being offered by the Salem County Department of Health and Human Services,...

Welcome to the Salem County website. On behalf of the Board of Chosen Freeholders, I encourage residents, visitors, and businesses to explore the many resources, programs, and services Salem County government offers. You will find useful information; documents and forms to download; links to various government entities; and news announcements. We are honored to have qualified and dedicated employees who provide friendly and exceptional service to those we serve. Salem County is a wonderful place to live, work, and visit. I consider it an honor to serve the residents of this great county as your Freeholder Director. This website serves as another avenue toward this Administration’s priorities: making Salem County government open, accessible, and responsible.

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The Board of Chosen Freeholders recognized Cheyanne Yelle at the meeting on Wednesday evening for receiving the Girl Scout Gold Award. Cheyanne spoke about her project, Write to Fight. Congratulations Cheyanne! ... See MoreSee Less

The Salem County Board of Chosen Freeholders recognized Richard Jones during Wednesday's meeting. Richard is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service. He worked at the Salem County Correctional Facility. Thank you for your service! ... See MoreSee Less

Mason Jones, 8 years old, agreed to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the December 7th Board of Chosen Freeholders meeting. He is pictured with the Board of Chosen Freeholders, Veterans Administrator Joe Hannagan and Donna Secaur, and his mother Jennifer. Mr. Hannagan presented a military jacket with the US Marine Corps patch on it. Mason attends the Salem County Special Services School District. Mason hopes to one day serve in the U.S. Marine Corps. ... See MoreSee Less

David Burgin, PSEG Manager of Emergency Preparedness and Offsite Programs, spoke at the recent First Responder Appreciation Dinner. PSEG was one of the Silver Sponsors. This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. ... See MoreSee Less

Susan Coan, Atlantic City Electric Vice President of the Atlantic Region, spoke at the First Responder Dinner as the Dinner Platinum Sponsor. This event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors. ... See MoreSee Less

LAST FLU CLINIC- This Wednesday, December 7th!The Department of Health and Human Services is holding its last free flu clinic on Wednesday, Dec. 7th, from 4 PM - 7PM, at the Fifth Street Complex, 110 Fifth Street, Salem. If you haven't yet received a flu shot, now is a good time to get it before the start of the Christmas holidays. ... See MoreSee Less

We are hosting a Holiday Celebration for Salem City families at the John B. Campbell Center! Parents can bring their children for music, sing-alongs, light refreshments, holiday crafts, door prizes and, of course, pictures with Santa Claus.
Most importantly, at the celebration the foundation is providing money to Salem City children to open college savings accounts. In less than 10 minutes, parents or guardians will be able to easily sign up their children for a free account. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join the 320 Salem City children who have signed up for their college savings accounts.
Tell your friends and neighbors to bring their children as well. We request that children be accompanied by an adult. We're looking forward to seeing you there!
RSVP on Facebook by posting a message to us with the number of adults and children attending or call or text 856-454-3343.

Next CERT/MRC meeting is on December 21st at 6:30 pm. Location is at Alloway Fire Department. The evening will include a tour of the facility, training on cribbing, and Christmas dessert social at 730pm. Bring a friend that maybe interested in CERT and your FAVORITE DESSERT. Rumor has it that there are goodie bags.

Freeholder Director Acton, Deputy Director Cross, and Freeholder's DeCastro, Ware, and Vanderslice participated in the Magic of Christmas Parade in Salem City (pictured with George, Pearl, and Bentley Parris). There was a sighting of Santa Clause and Mrs. Clause! Julie ActonBob VandersliceMelissa DeCastro... See MoreSee Less